Online COVID-Aware & Public-Health-Aware Communities
Online COVID-aware communities can be great sources of friendship and information, as well as great ways to overcome the sense of isolation that many folks experience. Check out these Zoom groups and online discussion forums, and let us know if you hear of other groups that should be included here (email us at info@publichealthactionnetwork.org):
ZOOM CALLS
Pandemic Pals weekly Zoom calls: every Saturday, the Pandemic Collaborative hosts this call that is inclusive and welcoming to all. They offer several breakout rooms based on age-groups, life situations, special interests, or just for general hanging out.
Rising Hope calls on Zoom: a community of COVID-conscious folks that meet Monday evenings, Saturday afternoons, and Sunday mornings for church services.
COVID19 group on Reddit: “This subreddit seeks to facilitate scientific discussion of this potential global public health threat.” (607K members)
COVID Long Haulers group on Reddit: “A community for individuals suffering from the effects of COVID-19 longer than the estimated 4 weeks, also known as PACS, PASC, and Long Covid.” (68K members)
Zero Covid Community on Reddit: “a place where people who are passionate about reducing the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 / Covid-19 and protecting those who are at high risk can come together with a shared vision for the future.” (28K members)
Masks for All: “Get advice on finding the right mask and achieving a good seal with fit testing. Our helpful community discusses masking tips, tricks, specs, tests, hacks, and reviews. We also cover related topics about respiratory protection, such as air filtration, HEPA filters, and CR boxes.” (33K members)
DISCORD AND OTHER ONLINE DISCUSSION FORUMS
COVID Meetups: from World Health Network
WHN’s Discord Community: also from World Health Network
Covid Safe Hotties: an online community and archive to help spread timely, science-based information about COVID-19, with discussion spaces for discussion, information, and resources. They also have their own Discord group.
(last updated 5/29/2025)
